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What You Should Know About the Revenge Porn Law in California

October 5, 2021 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

California’s revenge porn law outlaws sharing explicit images or videos with even just one other person if the person depicted did not consent to the distribution of the material and could suffer emotional distress as a result.

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What to Know About the Spousal Rape Laws in California

August 12, 2021 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

There was a time when a woman who was married to a man had no legal protections if the man refused to take “no” for an answer when it came to having sex. In fact, there are still some countries that abide by these rules, but in California, it doesn’t matter if a couple is […]

Filed Under: CRIMINAL DEFENSE, Sex Offenses, Rape, SEX OFFENSES Tagged With: sex crimes, spousal rape defense lawyer in San Diego, rape, marital rape, nonconsentual sex, spousal rape

Peeping Tom Laws In California: California Penal Code Sections 647 (i) and (j) (PC)

August 5, 2021 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

California law has two penal code subsections to protect the public from violations of their privacy by those commonly called “peeping Toms.” The first covers peeking at someone while loitering, while the second involves using a device of some kind to violate someone’s privacy. If you have been accused of either of these crimes, a […]

Filed Under: CRIMINAL DEFENSE, Sex Offenses Tagged With: peeping tom, spying, stalking, peeping tom laws california, 647 (PC)

The Crime of Sexual Extortion in California

July 2, 2021 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

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Sexual extortion, often called sextortion, could technically involve all types of exploitation, but the acts covered by California law involve blackmailing someone by threatening to release their nude or otherwise sexually explicit images or videos. It doesn’t matter if the blackmail is an attempt to extort money, sexual favors or an other type of property, […]

Filed Under: CRIMINAL DEFENSE, Sharing Obscene Materials, Computer Crimes, Sex Offenses, Rape, WHITE COLLAR CRIME, SEX OFFENSES Tagged With: sex crimes, blackmail, extortion, rape, sextortion, sexual extortion, sexual exploitation, nude photos

What Happens to Juveniles Accused of Sex Crimes in San Diego?

November 11, 2020 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

Teens, just like adults, can commit sex crimes. Also like adults, those convicted may be forced to register as sex offenders, which can have devastating lifelong consequences. Fortunately, it is possible for juvenile defendants to fight these crimes and their inclusion on the sex offenders registry with the help of a top lawyer like Peter […]

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What Are California’s Laws Against Spreading Disease?

October 14, 2020 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

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No one wants to get sick, but sometimes people with contagious diseases put their own needs above the needs of others and willingly expose other people to their sickness. But assuming we’re talking about something worse than the common cold, such as Covid-19 or HIV, this behavior is not only rude, it is also dangerous […]

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The Statute of Limitations on Sexual Assault Crimes in California

April 13, 2020 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

If Bill Cosby’s arrest and subsequent conviction taught us anything, it’s that no one is too famous or too beloved to be charged with sexual assault. It is also a great reminder of the statute of limitations on sexual assault can dramatically impact rape cases. In fact, Cosby would not have been arrested for this 2004 offense, if […]

Filed Under: CRIMINAL DEFENSE, Sex Offenses, Rape, SEX OFFENSES Tagged With: sex crimes, statute of limitations, rape, statute of limitations on sexual assault, sexual assault, aggravated rape

Kink, S&M and Domestic Violence Charges Don’t Have to go Together

February 3, 2020 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

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It’s fair to assume that most people don’t wish to be beaten by their spouse, girlfriend, boyfriend or other intimate partner. But it’s not accurate to say no one wants to be hit by their lover. In fact, many people throughout the world enjoy a little pain with their pleasure and participate in healthy, and […]

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The Most Common Holiday Crimes -Oceanside Criminal Lawyer

December 18, 2019 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

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Everyone has certain things they expect to happen around the holidays, whether that means a special Christmas event at church, a New Year’s Eve night out with friends, a massive meal with family or a gift-giving extravaganza. But these expectations and celebrations often also lead to legal trouble and just as Halloween often results in […]

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All About Registry on the Megan’s Law Website

December 11, 2019 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

Any attorney will tell you that being convicted of a sex crime can be one of the most life-changing events a person can go through. This is because even after serving time, he or she may still be required to register on the California sex offender database. While not all of these offenses require sex […]

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The Experience You Need

I have been practicing law for over 35 years, and opened my own law firm in 1998, after serving as Assistant Supervising Public Defender for the Vista Public Defender’s Office. I have defended many high profile cases in my career, fighting charges ranging from drunk driving to capital murder.

Two Easy-to-Find Offices

My Vista offices are located just off the 78 freeway, directly across the street from the local courthouse and jail facility. For those further south, I have another office in Carmel Valley, off the 5 freeway and highway 56. Both offices offer free parking.

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You can call my offices any time of day, every day to speak with a live person who can help you schedule a free initial consultation. If you have any questions, I return my calls promptly and courteously.

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I ensure all clients receive top quality representation at affordable rates and I accept all major credit cards. Hablamos Espanol.

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I handle all types of misdemeanor and felony criminal cases in San Diego County, including:

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Attorney Peter M. Liss,
(760) 643-4050
380 S Melrose Drive #301
Vista, CA 92081

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I rely on my experience as a top defense lawyer in my area to personally review all information on this site; however the information offered here should not substitute as legal advice. If you have been arrested or charged with a crime in Vista, please contact a qualified defense attorney.